About 261 S Van Pelt St
Rare opportunity to ADD VALUE and creative flair to this charming Rittenhouse Square-area home on a GORGEOUS TREE-LINED STREET. Hardwood floors throughout; central stairs enhance the balance of the home. Living room with fireplace and built-in glass shelving. Separate dining room with oak doors opening to ample storage. Modern kitchen with marble counters and oak cabinets; door leads to a CHARMING PATIO, ideal for a boxwood and vegetable garden. 3 bedrooms plus a den, 2 full bathrooms (one recently renovated). Second floor features a rear bedroom with custom built-ins and a front bedroom with fireplace. Third floor primary suite offers a double-sized walk-in shower, marble-top sink with nickel legs, extensive hidden storage, wardrobe closets, and sliding oak doors for privacy. Den currently used as a home office. Semi-finished basement that could be an ideal playroom and storage area. PRIME LOCATION close to Rittenhouse Square, Fitler Square Park, and Center City shops and restaurants, with easy access to University of Pennsylvania Hospital, HUP, and CHOP. A rare opportunity to make this home your own perfect center city retreat. A MUST SEE!
Features of 261 S Van Pelt St
| MLS® # | PAPH2674110 |
|---|---|
| Price | $975,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 1,935 |
| Acres | 0.02 |
| Year Built | 1960 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Interior Row/Townhouse |
| Style | Traditional, Other |
| Status | Coming Soon |
Community Information
| Address | 261 S Van Pelt St |
|---|---|
| Area | 19103 |
| Subdivision | RITTENHOUSE SQUARE |
| City | PHILADELPHIA |
| County | PHILADELPHIA-PA |
| State | PA |
| Municipality | PHILADELPHIA |
| Zip Code | 19103 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s) |
|---|---|
| Is Waterfront | No |
Interior
| Appliances | Built-In Range, Dishwasher |
|---|---|
| Heating | Hot Water |
| Cooling | Central A/C |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Partially Finished |
| Fireplace | No |
| Stories | 3 |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Patio(s) |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Rear Yard |
| Roof | Flat |
| Construction | Masonry |
| Foundation | Stone |
School Information
| District | PHILADELPHIA CITY |
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Additional Information
| Date Listed | September 24th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Zoning | RSA5 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | MAXWELL REALTY COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Contact Info | (215) 546-6000 |